Question

My baby is constantly constipated and I have been told to increase fruit which I have, but cut out potatoes, rice, dairy. How can I ensure he is getting all his nutritional needs whilst cutting all the main food groups out?

Answer

I'm really sorry that your baby is constipated. Offering diluted fruit juice and ensuring your baby is hydrated by giving him cooled boiled water can help with constipation.

 

I'm not sure who recommended that you cut potatoes, rice and dairy out of your baby's diet. Unless he has allergies to these foods, it's really not a good idea to cut out major food groups like this. As you suggest, it's hard to get a balanced diet for your little one if you are cutting lots of foods. I would advise that you reintroduce those foods, unless you have been advised by a healthcare professional to avoid them.

 

I hope that your baby's constipation eases. Please give us a call if you have any more questions on this on 0800 212991.

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